Renowned for its characteristic dome and communicative hues, Santa Maria del Fiore dictates the skyline of Florence and echoes the communal efforts of numerous illustrious artists, who gifted the monument with the position of a structural magnum opus, a complete and extremely artistic creation, plus a beautiful exemplar of synchronization in adornment. However the cathedral is far more than just an amazing piece of art. It is a great pride and an icon as beloved to Florentines as the Notre Dame to Parisians. Although the cathedral's splendor is best captivated from far and wide, the saunter up to the summit will certainly append to your admiration of the place.